My Uncle!!

Well, I posted a blog about a week ago about my uncle, who has terminal cancer, and not doing so well. I received the call tonight that he passed away today. I don't really know how I feel right now. I mean, I'm at peace with his passing, as I fully believe he is now home with God, and my grandparents (his parents), and so many other family members who have gone on before. But on the other hand, I don't think it's really hit me yet that he's gone. I'm in Illinois this weekend, and my folks are coming to get me on Sunday, and we will make the trek up to Northern Illinois for the funeral. I was talking with a friend tonight about all of this, and wondering how people who have no hope, or no belief in God get through times like this? I mean really, can you even imagine that? I am SO thankful to know my Lord, who is there when we need to cast our cares and burdens on him during times such as these. If you did not have God in your life, where or who would you cast your cares upon?? I know my uncle has now been welcomed home by so many of my family members who have gone on before. I know they are having the sweetest reunion, and I cannot wait to be a part of that myself. So to my uncle, I say, not goodbye, but "see you later". For it will only be a short while until my "mist vanishes away", and I will see him again. Please pray for my family at this time, and our safe travels up north. Thank you all so much! Keep your eyes on the prize, because it's all that matters!! Have a blessed day!